Jason Sklenar
Sports Physiology, Coaching & Performance Nutritionist
Phone:
+64 (0) 22 564 2345
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Address:
Lake Hawea, Otago, New Zealand
A Bit About Me
With over three decades of dedicated service in high-performance sports, nutrition, and lifestyle fitness, I bring a deeply ingrained understanding of the power of setting and achieving meaningful goals. My career spans a rich tapestry of roles including fitness instructor, elite athlete, coach, and manager. I am honoured to have been recognised with an MBE by His Royal Highness Prince Charles for my contributions to sports and the development of others. My academic background includes a BSc in Design and Technology, a BSc in Sports Science and Performance, and an MSc in Applied Exercise & Sports Nutrition. As a family man, married with three children, we collectively cherish and embody an active lifestyle.
At the heart of Smarter Fitness lies a passionate commitment to demystify the journey toward optimal health, nutrition, fitness and wellbeing. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, whether they're looking to manage weight, enhance athletic performance, or embrace a healthier lifestyle. Our methodology is inspired by the SMARTER acronym—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-framed, Enjoyable, Researched—ensuring that our strategies are not only effective but also intelligently designed to support our clients in reaching their fullest potential.
"Be YOUR best"
Jason Sklenar MBE,Oly, MSc
Work Experience
1990- 2003
2003 - 2017
13 years combined experience in the military and as an Olympic athlete. Competed in various multi disciplined endurance events. Academic studies and career development.
National coach and board appointments providing analysis to design and develop bespoke support for performance improvement and athlete lifestyle management. Responsible for all aspects of performance and administration, working regularly with national Associations; British Biathlon Union (BBU), British Olympic Association (BOA), Olympic Medical Institute (OMI), British Athletes Commission (BAC) on performance planning. Communicating ideas and project managing from outset to completion.
2017 - 2021 +
Family travel through South East Asia en route to emigrating to New Zealand. Worked as Exercise & Health Science tutor (2019-2020) at New Zealand Institute of Sport before moving to Wanaka/ Hawea in 2020. Smarter Fitness begins
ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS
SPORTS NUTRITION EDUCATION
Nutritional Education can be one of the keys to your improving your personal fitness and a healthier lifestyle. Smarter Fitness helps identify how to achieve a more balanced and fulfilling nutritional lifestyle. With personalized sessions, you’ll become well-versed at making the best fitness and food-related decisions for your needs.
FOOD MANAGEMENT
For years, we have been providing Food Management with comprehensive plans that are catered to each individual’s needs. This specialized service puts individuals on the right track to healthy eating and living.
FITNESS & TRAINING PLANS
Jumpstart your healthy habits today with an experienced Coach guiding you to your goals. Whatever your current diet and training is, Smarter Fitness carefully evaluates each client and formulates a personalized plan based on your specific needs. From a basic keep fit plan to a fully monitored performance plan we can help.
